Benzyltrimethylammonium (CED0012520)

Benzyltrimethylammonium is an organic compound with the chemical formula C10H16N1 and an average molecular weight of 150.24 g/mol. Benzyltrimethylammonium belongs to the phenylmethylamines, a subclass of benzene and substituted derivatives within the organic compounds. This substance has been identified in or released from 34 recorded sources. Within the sector of electrical and electronic equipment, it is associated with electrodes, electric switches, electric hearing aids, electrically stimulated smoking devices, and conductors or conductive bodies characterised by the conductive materials, among three others. It is present in aquatic systems and sediments, including seawater, freshwater, surface water, and groundwater. It has also been detected in drinking water and water supply sources, specifically bottled water, tap water, desalinated water, and drinking water. Further occurrences are recorded in wastewater, sanitation, and biosolids, including mine wastewater, industrial wastewater, wastewater treatment effluent, and unspecified wastewater. In the category of household cleaning and consumer products, it is found in soap detergents, bleaching agents, and perfumes within detergents and soaps, as well as tobacco smoke filters. Additionally, it is associated with appliances, HVAC, and refrigerants, specifically water heaters and water coolers, along with five more sectors. Recorded exposure routes for benzyltrimethylammonium include oral, inhalation, and touch.